121 Mr. Leonard asked the Minister for the Environment if he will have arrangements made to expedite approval for an extension to the Magheracloone group water scheme, County Monaghan. [5821/97]

As already announced, responsibility for the operation of group schemes is being devolved to the local authorities, subject to existing commitments on foot of approvals issued by my Department. Where schemes have not yet been approved, including the Magheracloone scheme, it will in future be a matter for the local authorities to decide on grant applications.

122 Mr. Morley asked the Minister for the Environment if he will approve at an early date contract documents for the Kilmain-Shrule water supply scheme, which were forwarded to his Department by Mayo County Council some time ago, in view of the extensive area and the large number of people who are dependent on this scheme being put in place. [5877/97]

Given the high level of commitments under the water and sewerage programme, I cannot say when it may be possible to approve the contract documents for this scheme.